Core Viewpoint - The overall fiscal revenue in China has shown stability and growth in the first eight months of 2025, reflecting a positive economic trend, with tax revenue growth turning from negative to positive for the first time this year [2][3]. Group 1: Fiscal Revenue Overview - National general public budget revenue reached 148198 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.3% [2]. - National tax revenue totaled 121085 billion yuan, with a slight year-on-year increase of 0.02%, marking the first positive growth in tax revenue this year [2]. - The four major tax categories (domestic VAT, corporate income tax, domestic consumption tax, and individual income tax) all maintained growth in the first eight months [2]. Group 2: Tax Revenue Breakdown - Domestic VAT, the largest tax source, generated approximately 47000 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 3.2% [2]. - Corporate income tax, the second-largest source, amounted to about 32000 billion yuan, with a year-on-year increase of 0.3%, indicating a potential improvement in corporate profitability [2]. - Domestic consumption tax generated around 12000 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 2% [2]. - Individual income tax reached approximately 11000 billion yuan, showing a significant year-on-year increase of 8.9%, attributed to rising property income among certain demographics [2]. Group 3: Non-Tax Revenue and Government Fund Income - Non-tax revenue for the first eight months was 27113 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 1.5%, significantly lower than the previous year's growth rate of 11.7% [3]. - Government fund budget revenue, primarily from land sales, was 26449 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 1.4%, with land use rights transfer income at 19263 billion yuan, down 4.7% [4]. Group 4: Fiscal Expenditure and Debt Financing - National general public budget expenditure reached 179324 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 3.1%, with a focus on social welfare and employment, education, and health care [6]. - Social security and employment expenditure exceeded 30000 billion yuan, growing by 10% year-on-year [6]. - Government bond net financing for the first eight months was 102700 billion yuan, an increase of 46300 billion yuan year-on-year, supporting a more proactive fiscal policy [6].

新京报贝壳财经讯 据财政部官网，1—8月，全国一般公共预算收入148198亿元，同比增长0.3%。其 中，全国税收收入121085亿元，同比微增0.02%；非税收入27113亿元，同比增长1.5%。其中，证券交 易印花税1187亿元，同比增长81.7%。分中央和地方看，中央一般公共预算收入64268亿元，同比下降 1.7%；地方一般公共预算本级收入83930亿元，同比增长1.8%。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The report emphasizes the need for a more proactive fiscal policy to stimulate economic growth and improve budget execution efficiency [1][2]. Fiscal Policy and Spending - In the first seven months of the year, the broad fiscal expenditure reached approximately 21.5 trillion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of about 9.3%, significantly outpacing the fiscal revenue growth of around 0% [2]. - The acceleration of budget execution is aimed at increasing investments in areas such as livelihood, technology, and major projects to stimulate overall economic demand [2]. Government Debt and Financing - The net financing of government bonds in the first seven months amounted to 8.9 trillion yuan, an increase of 4.88 trillion yuan year-on-year [3]. - The issuance of new special bonds by local governments reached approximately 3.3 trillion yuan in the first eight months, marking a year-on-year increase of 27%, which constitutes about 75% of the planned annual issuance [3]. Consumer and Service Sector Support - The government plans to implement policies to boost consumption, including personal consumption loan interest subsidies and service industry loan interest subsidies, with a subsidy rate of 1 percentage point [3]. - These policies aim to lower the credit costs for residents and service industry operators, thereby stimulating consumption potential [3]. Future Fiscal Focus Areas - The report outlines key fiscal priorities, including supporting employment and foreign trade, fostering new growth drivers, improving livelihood, managing risks in key areas, and enhancing fiscal governance [4].

Revenue Insights - In July 2025, the national general public budget revenue increased by 2.7% year-on-year, improving from a decline of -0.3% in June[1] - Tax revenue grew by 5.0% in July, significantly higher than the previous month's growth of 1.0%, while non-tax revenue fell by 12.9%[5] - The cumulative general public budget revenue from January to July showed a slight increase of 0.1% year-on-year, compared to a decline of -0.3% previously[7] Expenditure Trends - General public budget expenditure in July rose by 3.0% year-on-year, accelerating by 2.6 percentage points from May[8] - Cumulative expenditure from January to July grew by 3.4%, slightly below the average progress of 54.4% over the past five years, completing 54.1% of the annual budget[9] Government Fund Performance - In July, government fund revenue increased by 8.9% year-on-year, although this was a decrease of 11.9 percentage points from the previous month[10] - Government fund expenditure in July surged by 42.4% year-on-year, despite a slowdown of 36.8 percentage points from the previous month[11] - From January to July, government fund expenditure grew by 31.7%, significantly outpacing the revenue growth due to accelerated issuance of local government special bonds, totaling 2.78 trillion yuan, an increase of 1 trillion yuan compared to the same period last year[11]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the implementation of more proactive fiscal policies in China, which are contributing to stable economic performance, as evidenced by the fiscal data for the first seven months of the year [2][6]. Fiscal Revenue and Expenditure - In the first seven months of this year, the total broad fiscal revenue was approximately 15.9 trillion yuan, remaining stable compared to the same period last year [2]. - Broad fiscal expenditure reached about 21.5 trillion yuan, showing a year-on-year increase of approximately 9.3% [2]. - The gap between fiscal expenditure and revenue was about 5.6 trillion yuan, which is a year-on-year increase of approximately 47% [2]. Tax Revenue Trends - Tax revenue saw a decline of 3.5% in the first quarter, but this was followed by four months of growth, narrowing the decline to 0.3% for the first seven months [3]. - The increase in tax revenue is attributed to stable growth in VAT and significant increases in securities transaction stamp duty due to active stock market trading [3]. Land Revenue and Local Government Financing - Land transfer revenue for the first seven months was approximately 1.7 trillion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 4.6% [5]. - To maintain expenditure levels, both central and local governments accelerated bond issuance, with net financing of government bonds reaching 8.9 trillion yuan, an increase of 4.88 trillion yuan year-on-year [5]. Social Spending and Policy Focus - Fiscal spending in the social welfare sector has been prioritized, with expenditures on social security, education, and healthcare growing faster than overall spending [6]. - Recent policies, such as pension increases and childcare subsidies, indicate a focus on investing in human capital [6]. Future Fiscal Policy Outlook - The Central Political Bureau meeting emphasized the need for continued macroeconomic policy support in the second half of the year, with a focus on implementing proactive fiscal policies and maintaining efficient fund usage [6]. - There is a belief that even without extraordinary fiscal measures, the real support for the economy in the second half could match that of the first half, with adjusted fiscal expenditure growth projected between 4.1% and 6.7% [6]. Preparedness for Economic Uncertainty - The Ministry of Finance has indicated that it retains sufficient policy space and tools to respond to potential uncertainties in the economy [7]. - The focus remains on stabilizing employment, businesses, markets, and expectations to support economic development and social stability [7].

Revenue Insights - In July, general public budget revenue reached 2.03 trillion, marking a year-on-year increase of 0.1%, the first positive growth since the beginning of the year[3] - Monthly revenue growth rebounded significantly by 3.0 percentage points to a new high of 2.6%[3] - Tax revenue increased by 4.0 percentage points to 5.0%, the highest monthly figure since December of the previous year[3] Tax Contributions - The contribution of stamp duty saw a notable improvement, significantly influenced by favorable capital market performance in July[3] - Non-tax revenue continued to decline, with a year-on-year drop of 12.9%, exacerbating the overall revenue growth pressure[3] - Value-added tax contribution fell by 0.1 percentage points, highlighting ongoing domestic demand weakness and low inflation impact on corporate revenues[3] Fiscal Expenditure and Gaps - Fiscal expenditure in July rose by 2.7 percentage points to 3.0%, with most major expenditure areas showing varying degrees of increase[12] - The budget revenue-expenditure gap narrowed slightly to 2.49 trillion, but remains substantial, necessitating continued government bond financing[12] - Cumulative fiscal deficit from January to July expanded by 1.83 trillion, with government debt financing reaching 67.1% of the annual plan, significantly higher than the previous two years[26] Real Estate and Land Revenue - Government fund budget revenue fell sharply by 11.9% year-on-year to 8.9%, primarily due to a 14.7% drop in land transfer revenue[18] - The contribution of land transfer revenue to government fund budget revenue decreased by 11.1 percentage points to 5.3%[18] - The real estate market remains unstable, with significant imbalances in housing price-to-income ratios in major cities, affecting land market activity[18] Future Outlook - If domestic and external demand continues to decline, there is a pressing need for the central government to adopt a more aggressive fiscal expansion strategy[26] - The potential impact of new tariffs from the U.S. on exports necessitates ongoing monitoring of economic indicators[26] - The overall economic environment suggests that substantial improvements in fiscal revenue are unlikely in the coming months[3]

Core Viewpoint - The fiscal revenue in China has turned positive for the first time in 2023, with a slight year-on-year increase of 0.1% in the first seven months, while expenditure grew by 3.4% [2] Revenue Summary - From January to July, the total public budget revenue reached 135,839 billion yuan, marking a year-on-year increase of 0.1%, the first positive growth this year [2] - Tax revenue, which is a key component of public budget revenue, totaled 110,933 billion yuan, showing a year-on-year decline of 0.3%, but the decline is narrowing [2] - In July alone, tax revenue was 18,018 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 5% [2] - Major tax categories showed varied performance: - Value-added tax increased by 3% - Consumption tax rose by 2.1% - Corporate income tax decreased by 0.4% - Personal income tax surged by 8.8% [3][4] Expenditure Summary - Total public budget expenditure from January to July was 160,737 billion yuan, with a year-on-year increase of 3.4% [6] - Expenditure on social security and employment grew by 9.8%, while education and health expenditures increased by 5.7% and 5.3%, respectively [6] - The expenditure growth rate is slower than the revenue growth, indicating a cautious fiscal approach [6] Future Outlook - Analysts suggest that fiscal policy will continue to play a crucial role in stabilizing domestic demand and confidence, with expectations of increased fiscal measures in the latter half of the year [7] - The potential for further fiscal spending is anticipated, especially through special government bonds and adjustments to the deficit [7]

Fiscal Revenue and Expenditure - In the first seven months, the national general public budget revenue reached 135839 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.1%, reversing the decline seen in the first half of the year [3] - National general public budget expenditure was 160737 billion yuan, up 3.4% year-on-year, with significant increases in social security, education, and health expenditures [3] - Government fund budget revenue decreased by 0.7% year-on-year, with local government fund revenue down 1.8%, indicating a continued downturn in the land market [3][4] Banking Sector - Several village and town banks have lowered deposit rates by 10 to 20 basis points, reflecting a broader trend of declining deposit rates across the banking sector [5] - The one-year Loan Prime Rate (LPR) remains unchanged at 3.00%, while the five-year LPR is at 3.50%, indicating stable lending conditions [5] - The banking sector faces pressure on profitability despite lower funding costs, with weak demand for new loans impacting growth [6] Xiaomi's Performance - Xiaomi reported a 30.5% year-on-year increase in Q2 revenue, reaching 1160 billion yuan, with a net profit of 108 billion yuan, up 75.4% [9] - The automotive business saw significant growth, with revenue from smart electric vehicles increasing by 233.9% to 213 billion yuan, indicating a strong second growth curve for the company [10] - Despite strong performance in the automotive sector, traditional smartphone sales showed signs of weakness, with market competition intensifying [9][10] Pop Mart's Financial Results - Pop Mart's revenue surged by 204.4% year-on-year to 138.8 billion yuan, with net profit increasing by 396.5% to 45.7 billion yuan [11] - The overseas market has become a key growth driver, with international revenue rising by 440% [11] - The company is shifting focus from blind boxes to higher-margin plush toys, indicating a strategic pivot to enhance profitability [11][12] Gaming Industry Developments - Game Science released a teaser for "Black Myth: Zhong Kui," indicating ongoing development in the single-player action RPG genre [13] - The success of "Black Myth: Wukong" has not led to a surge in domestic single-player game development, highlighting challenges in the industry [14] Meta's AI Team Restructuring - Meta is restructuring its AI team into four independent departments to accelerate its "superintelligence" goals, reflecting a strategic shift in response to competitive pressures [15][16] - The company is facing challenges in AI product innovation, necessitating a focus on core talent and effective restructuring to remain competitive [16] Stock Market Trends - The stock market showed resilience with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 1.04%, reaching new highs, despite some sectors experiencing corrections [17][18] - Market activity remains robust, with over 3600 stocks rising, indicating a strong overall market sentiment [17]

Fiscal Performance - General fiscal expenditure cumulative year-on-year growth reached 9.3%, aligning with the annual budget level[3] - General fiscal revenue for January to July was 13.6 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.1%, while expenditure was 16.1 trillion yuan, up 3.4%[6] - In July, general fiscal revenue increased by 3.4% year-on-year, while expenditure decreased by 12.4%[9] Revenue and Taxation - Tax revenue has shown positive year-on-year growth for four consecutive months, with July's tax revenue increasing by 4.6%[9] - Major tax categories such as VAT, consumption tax, corporate income tax, and personal income tax grew by 4.3%, 5.4%, 6.4%, and 13.9% respectively[9] - Non-tax revenue saw a decline, with July's non-tax revenue down 12.4% year-on-year[9] Expenditure Trends - Social security, health, and education expenditures increased significantly, with year-on-year growth rates of 13.1%, 14.2%, and 4.6% respectively[9] - Infrastructure spending has been reduced, with traditional infrastructure sectors showing negative growth[9] - Debt interest payments rose to 8.9% year-on-year, indicating increasing pressure on debt management[9] Land Sales and Special Bonds - Land sale revenue continued to show positive growth, increasing by 7% year-on-year, supported by active land market transactions[9] - Special bonds and specific government bonds have significantly bolstered fund expenditures, with fund spending growing by 31.7% year-on-year[9] Government Debt and Future Outlook - The front-loading of government debt has boosted fiscal expenditure, but expectations for economic stability still require fiscal support[9] - Excluding capital injections and debt relief funds, general fiscal expenditure growth would drop from 9.3% to 2.9%[9] - The net financing of government debt is expected to decrease in the second half of the year, impacting local government cash flow and economic indicators[9]

Group 1 - In July, national general public budget revenue showed a significant recovery, with a year-on-year growth of 2.6%, marking the highest monthly growth rate of the year [1] - For the first seven months, the total general public budget revenue reached 135,839 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 0.1%, indicating a positive turnaround compared to the previous period [1] - Tax revenue in July increased by 5%, the highest growth rate of the year, contributing to a significant narrowing of the revenue decline in the first seven months [2] Group 2 - The corporate income tax decreased by 0.4% in the first seven months, but the decline was significantly narrowed by 1.5 percentage points compared to the first half of the year, which was a key factor in the growth of tax revenue in July [2] - The growth in tax revenue in July was supported by a narrowing decline in the Producer Price Index (PPI), highlighting the strong correlation between price factors and tax revenue [2] - The securities transaction stamp duty saw a remarkable year-on-year growth of 62.5% in the first seven months, reflecting a recovery in market confidence [2] Group 3 - The equipment manufacturing and modern service industries showed strong tax revenue performance, with specific sectors like railway, shipbuilding, and aerospace equipment seeing tax revenue growth of 33% [3] - General public budget expenditure for the first seven months reached 160,737 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 3.4%, maintaining a focus on social welfare spending [3] - Expenditure in social security and employment grew by 9.8%, indicating a continued emphasis on improving public welfare [3] Group 4 - Local government special bonds and other financial instruments contributed to a government fund budget expenditure growth of 31.7% in the first seven months, amounting to 2.89 trillion yuan [4] - With the reduction of disruptions from extreme weather, infrastructure investment growth is expected to rebound in the second half of the year due to sufficient project and funding support [4]